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Roses aren’t just for gardens—they’re a treasure trove of wellness! Rose tea, with its delicate flavor and medicinal properties, offers the following benefits: Immune Boost: Rose tea, made from either dried or fresh rose petals, can boost your immune system. It’s rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, making it a great choice for overall health.… Continue reading Discover the Benefits of Rose Tea for Health and Wellness
Chamomile (Matricaria recutita or Chamaemelum nobile) is a delightful herb known for its daisy-like flowers and soothing properties. Both the flowers and foliage have a fruity aroma which makes for a delicious tea (definitely one of my favorites). Whether you’re interested in growing it for tea, herbal remedies, or simply to enjoy its beauty, here’s how to grow… Continue reading Chamomile: Uses, Benefits, and Planting Guide
Catnip (Nepeta cataria) is more than just a favorite treat for our feline friends. This flowering perennial herb from the mint family has a rich history of medicinal use. Whenever I drink the tea, I get relaxed and sleepy, even if it's been a rough day. Here are its remarkable benefits and how to make… Continue reading Catnip (Nepeta cataria): Medicinal Uses and Tea Recipe
A few days ago I woke up with pain in my neck and right shoulder. Evidently, I slept in a weird position. I'm one who avoids Acetominophen and Ibuprofin and only take it when the pain is bad enough to affect my day. I was getting ready to reach for Tylenol on this day, but… Continue reading Lavender Essential Oil for Muscle Pain, Tension and Headaches
Fire Cider is a traditional herbal remedy used to warm up the body during the cold months and support immunity during cold and flu season. Its striking blend of ginger, garlic, onion, horseradish, chilis and other herbs gives it a potent warming quality, while apple cider vinegar and honey give it a pleasant sweet-sour flavor.… Continue reading DIY Fire Cider
Oregano tea you say? I thought that was to season Spaghetti! Seems I'm always referring back to when the pandemic was first taking hold in a lot of my posts. Yes, I am. That period of time and what we went through was a life changer for me. Being laid off for 2-1/2 months, experiencing… Continue reading How to Make Oregano Tea and It’s Health Benefits
I've recently adopted a practice of make a large batch of herbal iced tea that lasts about a week until gone (I live by myself). I started doing this because all herbs have SO many health benefits, vitamins and minerals. Each week I use different herbs so I'm getting some different health benefits, vitamins and… Continue reading Mixed Herbal Iced Tea for Health Benefits
Since the beginning of the Coronavirus pandemic I've been on a quest to grow as many fruits, vegetables and herbs as possible for my health, and in case anything happened to our food system. During this quest I found out that Dandelion is highly nutritious. Dandelions are full of antioxidants and boost the immune system… Continue reading Boost Your Immune System With Dandelion Tea
Yesterday I had an upset stomach. I've been taking supplements that I don't normally take and I think that is what's doing it along with some stress. It was odd - my stomach was churning but I was hungry. I didn't want to eat something that would upset it more. Then I remembered that the… Continue reading Canned Fruit and Yogurt Smoothie Great For Upset Stomach
Ideas and Advice for How To Live a Joyful and Empowered Life. 